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GHY 817N

1975 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,599 mi
Last recorded89,599 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHY 817N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 89,599 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 89,598 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 89,448 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 89,053 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 88,643 miles

Advise: brake peddle rubber slightly worn /

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 88,118 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 87,849 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 87,848 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 87,566 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 May 2010 87,435 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 2 May 2009 87,243 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 86,911 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 96,697 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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GHY 817N is a 1975 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHY 817N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GHY 817N?

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What year was GHY 817N registered?

GHY 817N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is GHY 817N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHY 817N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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